
The Fifth Taste Sensation: Umami
Have you heard of Umami (pronounced oo-mom’-ee)? It’s the savory taste that’s described as the fifth taste sensation, along with sweet, sour, bitter and salty.
Have you heard of Umami (pronounced oo-mom’-ee)? It’s the savory taste that’s described as the fifth taste sensation, along with sweet, sour, bitter and salty.
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